Young Achievers for Development - YAD.

Young Achievers for Development - YAD. Young Achievers for Development (YAD) is a registered faith based not for profit and non political partisan organisation.

The Organisation is duly registered in the Laws of Malawi under the Trustees Incorporation Act. YAD envisions a productive, responsible and purpose driven youths that actively participate in the national building processes. Since its establishment in 2009, the organization has implemented a number of projects ranging from: health, education, women empowerment, child trafficking, socio economic emp

owerment, community development and good governance. Some of the notable achievements: “RED CARD TO SACHET LIQUOR IN MALAWI” an initiative whose principle objective was to generate debate that would lead to the banning of manufacturing sachet liquor in Malawi. On 18thSeptember, 2014 the organization presented a petition on the same matter to Malawi National Assembly at Parliament building in Lilongwe. On 17th February, Malawi government banned the production and distribution of liquor sachets. From January to March, 2015 YAD with MK9.5 Million funding from EMMS UK through Palliative Care Support Trust (PCST) donated assorted relief items to 751 families affected with floods in Malawi. In 2012, the organisation constructed and donated awaiting bay for discharged patients and guardians at Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital who remain at the hospital for some days waiting for ambulance to ferry them back to their respective districts. The organisation runs an early childhood development centre in Zingwangwa where kids from the ages of two to five undergo early education and growth monitoring. In addition the organization has established a community resource centre in Zingwangwa.

Save the date!! 3rd October, 2026.TIBE KHONDE DINNER & DANCE 2026!!!After walking together, talking together, supporting...
17/08/2026

Save the date!! 3rd October, 2026.

TIBE KHONDE DINNER & DANCE 2026!!!

After walking together, talking together, supporting one another and reminding each other that no one should walk alone in their mental health journey, it is now time to come together in a different way!

This time, we are gathering around a table and on the dance floor! It will be an evening of connection, laughter, good food, great music, inspiring stories and meaningful conversations as we celebrate the Tibe Khonde journey and the beautiful community we are building together.

TIBE KHONDE DINNER & DANCE 2026 -
3rd October 2026

OPEN TO ALL!

Registration and reservations will be opening soon.

+265 999 595 906
+265 888 900 486
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VACANCY: TAILORING & FASHION DESIGN INSTRUCTORYAD Vocational & Entrepreneurship Centre invites applications from suitabl...
14/08/2026

VACANCY: TAILORING & FASHION DESIGN INSTRUCTOR

YAD Vocational & Entrepreneurship Centre invites applications from suitably qualified, passionate and experienced individuals for the position of Tailoring & Fashion Design Instructors.

POSITION
Tailoring & Fashion Design Instructors

DUTY STATION
Zingwangwa, Blantyre

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidates will be responsible for:
✓Delivering practical and theoretical lessons in Tailoring and Fashion Design.
✓Training students in garment construction, sewing, pattern making, fabric cutting, finishing and fashion design.
✓Developing lesson plans, practical training exercises and learning materials.
✓Assessing students’ practical skills, knowledge and learning progress.
✓Maintaining and properly using sewing machines, tools and other training equipment.
✓Guiding learners in developing practical skills relevant to the tailoring and fashion industry.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1-A Teveta recognised qualification in Tailoring and Fashion Design or an equivalent qualification.
2-A Certificate, Diploma or higher qualification in Tailoring, Fashion Design or a related field.

EXPERIENCE
✓At least 2 years of practical experience in Tailoring and Fashion Design.
✓Demonstrable practical skills in garment construction, sewing, pattern making, cutting and finishing.

APPLICATION MODE:
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications by hand at:
YAD Vocational & Entrepreneurship Centre- YAD Zingwangwa Offices, Zingwangwa Youth Centre-Blantyre.

Applications should be submitted during normal working hours.

DEADLINE:

25th August 2026
CONTACT:
+265 999 595 906, +265 991 911 913
+265 888 900 486

YAD Vocational & Entrepreneurship Centre is being run with financial support from Gift of the Givers Malawi.
of the Givers Malawi

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS- TIBE KHONDE MENTAL HEALTHTibe Khonde Mental Health, a flagship initiative of Young Achievers for De...
13/08/2026

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS- TIBE KHONDE MENTAL HEALTH

Tibe Khonde Mental Health, a flagship initiative of Young Achievers for Development (YAD), a fully registered and operational NGO, is inviting passionate, committed and qualified professionals-individuals to volunteer in our Mental Health Counselling and Psychosocial Support Team- (MHC-PST)

We believe that addressing mental health challenges requires a multidisciplinary approach. We therefore welcome professionals and practitioners from different fields who are willing to contribute their time, knowledge, skills and expertise to support individuals, families and communities in need.

We are particularly looking for:
🔹 Mental Health Practitioners and Therapists
🔹 Psychological Counsellors
🔹 Social Workers
🔹 Marriage and Family Counsellors
🔹 Addiction Counsellors
🔹 Lawyers and Legal Practitioners
🔹 Mental Health Advocates
🔹 Other professionals with relevant experience in psychosocial support, counselling, advocacy and community wellbeing.

This is an opportunity to serve, make a difference and contribute to building a society where people feel safe to speak, seek help and heal.

If you are passionate about mental health and believe your passion, skills, experience and professional expertise can contribute to this cause, we would love to hear from you.

HOW TO APPLY:
Interested individuals are invited to submit their CV and Expression of Interest addressed to:

Executive Director
Young Achievers for Development (YAD)
P.O. Box 2903
Blantyre, Malawi
Email: [email protected]
Copy: [email protected]
WhatsApp:
+265 888 900 486
+265 999 595 906

Tibe Khonde welcomes the Ministerial Statements during the sitting of Parliament!!!MEN’S MENTAL HEALTH REQUIRES URGENT A...
07/08/2026

Tibe Khonde welcomes the Ministerial Statements during the sitting of Parliament!!!

MEN’S MENTAL HEALTH REQUIRES URGENT ACTION

As Parliament rises, the call for greater investment in mental health and psychosocial support services must not rise with it.

During the sitting, Minister of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, Hon. Mary Navicha, urged Parliament and all stakeholders to strengthen support for mental health, while describing the frequent cases of su***de in Malawi as a national concern requiring urgent action.

At Tibe Khonde Mental Health Initiative, we welcome this call. Men are often expected to remain strong in silence, yet many are struggling with depression, stress, financial pressures, relationship challenges and other difficulties behind closed doors.

We must create safe spaces where men can talk, seek help and be supported without shame or judgement.

Mental health is not a weakness. Asking for help is a sign of courage.

Let us move beyond conversations and invest in accessible, community-based mental health and psychosocial support services especially for men and communities in rural Malawi.

No man should walk alone in his mental health journey.

Wednesday Insights!!!YOUR LIFE IS NOT A COURT ROOM WHERE YOU MUST DEFEND YOUR ABILITY.Some people will place limits on y...
05/08/2026

Wednesday Insights!!!

YOUR LIFE IS NOT A COURT ROOM WHERE YOU MUST DEFEND YOUR ABILITY.

Some people will place limits on you based on what they think you can achieve.

They will tell you what you cannot do, how far you cannot go and sometimes even who you cannot become. But one of the biggest mistakes you can make is to spend your life trying to prove them wrong.

You do not have to destroy yourself to prove that you are capable. Work within your means. Move at your own pace. Build quietly and consistently. Let your progress speak for you. The truth is, some people will remain negative towards you regardless of how much you accomplish. Even when they see you succeed, they may find another reason to discredit your achievement. Not because you have failed, but because they had already made up their minds about you.

Do not make their approval, the measure of your worth. You don't need to exhaust yourself trying to convince someone who is committed to misunderstanding you.

Your life is not a courtroom where you must constantly defend your ability.

Sometimes, the most powerful response to those who underestimated you is not an argument. It is becoming everything you were meant to become without destroying yourself in the process.

Young Achievers for Development-YAD
+265 888 900 486
+265 999 595 906
[email protected]

29/07/2026

Do not shift the blame. Accept your situation, accept the consequences and open your heart to healing. Where possible, ask for forgiveness too!!!.

Acceptance is never easy. It can be painful, humbling and uncomfortable. But the moment you stop fighting reality and begin to accept where you are, you take the first and most important step toward healing and recovery. I know this because I lived it.

When I went through one of the darkest seasons of my life in 2024, I chose to accept my situation instead of denying it or blaming others. I also asked for forgiveness where necessary. That decision did not remove the pain overnight, but it marked the beginning of my journey toward healing, restoration, and purpose.

That healing gave birth to Tibe Khonde Mental Health.

Acceptance is not surrender; it is the foundation of recovery. The day you accept your reality is the day you position yourself to grow beyond it. Healing begins with acceptance.

Tibe Khonde Mental Health
📞 +265 999 595 906
📞 +265 888 900 486
📧 [email protected]

29/07/2026

Be Careful Who You Open Up To.

We live in a world where some people genuinely care, while others only appear to.

Not everyone who offers a listening ear has your best interests at heart. There are people whose goal is not to help you heal or walk towards freedom, but to gather the details of your struggles. They want to be the first to know your story so they can discuss it in their circles, satisfy their curiosity or use your vulnerability to their advantage.

When trust is betrayed, the emotional pain can become even deeper than the original struggle. Sadly, some people have not only battled depression or anxiety, they have also carried the heavy burden of betrayal, gossip, judgment and disappointment from those they trusted.

Opening up is an important step towards healing, but wisdom is equally important. Speak up but speak wisely. Seek help but seek it from people who will protect your dignity, guard your confidence and walk with you on your journey towards healing and hope.

Tibe Khonde Mental Health
+265 888 900 486
+265 999 595 906
[email protected]

Gift of the Givers Malawi

Tibe Khonde Mental Health Engages South East Police Regional Executive Committee.Today, Tibe Khonde Mental Health had th...
24/07/2026

Tibe Khonde Mental Health Engages South East Police Regional Executive Committee.

Today, Tibe Khonde Mental Health had the privilege of participating in the South East Region Regional Executive Committee (REC) meeting, bringing together representatives from Phalombe, Thyolo, Chikwawa, Nsanje, Mulanje and Chiradzulu districts.

The meeting held at Luchenza, was graced by Paramount Chief Kaduya, the Regional Commissioner of Police, Mr. Kumukumu, Officers-in-Charge, Deputy Mayor, Magistrates, Community Policing Coordinators from all six districts, Traditional leaders, representatives of the business community, faith leaders and other key stakeholders committed to strengthening community safety and development.

During the meeting, Tibe Khonde Mental Health made a presentation highlighting the organization's mission, vision and ongoing efforts to promote mental health awareness, encourage help-seeking behaviours, prevent su***de and strengthen community-based mental health support across Malawi.

In recognition of the confidence and trust placed in the initiative, Tibe Khonde Mental Health was also entrusted with facilitating and overseeing the Regional Executive Committee (REC) elections. We are honoured by this responsibility and sincerely appreciate the confidence shown in our team.

We extend our gratitude to the Malawi Police Service, the South East Region leadership and all stakeholders for the opportunity to contribute to this important platform.

Tibe Khonde Mental Health
+265 999 595 906
+265 888 900 486

Gift of the Givers Malawi

Breaking Myths, Restoring Hope: Traditional Leaders Advancing Mental Health in Rural Malawi.Myths, misconceptions and de...
21/07/2026

Breaking Myths, Restoring Hope: Traditional Leaders Advancing Mental Health in Rural Malawi.

Myths, misconceptions and deeply rooted cultural beliefs continue to distort the understanding of mental health, preventing many people from seeking timely help. These misconceptions often lead to stigma, discrimination and unnecessary suffering for individuals and families living with mental health conditions.

At Tibe Khonde Mental Health, we believe that changing this narrative begins within our communities. We are encouraged by the growing partnership with traditional leaders, who are playing a vital role in promoting mental health awareness, challenging harmful beliefs and referring people in need of professional support.

Between June and July, Tibe Khonde Mental Health has attended to 39 mental health related cases referred by traditional leaders from Mulanje, Thyolo, Ntcheu, Mzimba, Dowa, Blantyre, Thyolo and Chitipa.

This demonstrates the critical role that community leadership can play in ensuring that no one is left behind.

Together with traditional leaders, communities and partners, we are building a Malawi where mental health is understood, stigma is reduced and seeking help is recognised as a sign of strength not weakness.

+265 888 900 486
+265 999 595 906
[email protected]

Responding to Men in Need of Mental Health Services in Rural MulanjeFor the past three days, the Tibe Khonde Mental Heal...
17/07/2026

Responding to Men in Need of Mental Health Services in Rural Mulanje

For the past three days, the Tibe Khonde Mental Health team has been conducting an outreach across hard-to-reach communities in Mulanje District, including Limbuli, Lujeri, Minimini, Bondo, Mathambi and surrounding tea estate communities.

Our mission was to follow up with men who had reached out for support and ensure that no one seeking help was left behind. During this outreach, we successfully traced and visited 27 men who had sought Tibe Khonde Mental Health services. We listened to their stories, shared words of hope, provided psychosocial support and linked them to the help they need.

Above all, we celebrated their courage. Speaking openly about mental health is never easy, and every man who chose to share his experiences demonstrated remarkable strength and resilience.

The journey also reminded us of the realities faced by many rural communities. Several villages were extremely difficult to access, with roads unsuitable for vehicles. To reach those in need, we relied on a motorcycle, travelling across rough terrain because we believe that distance should never be a barrier to mental health care.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Inspector Franco Kasiya, Community Policing Coordinator at Mulanje Police Station, for his unwavering support and companionship throughout the outreach.

Tibe Khonde Mental Health
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📧 [email protected]

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